1896
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
La Lépreuse is a 1896 ink by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This lithograph in red-brown on light brown wove paper presents a striking image. A woman is depicted, her face turned to the right, with her head tilted slightly downward. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a dress with a high neckline. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of bold lines and subtle shading creates a sense of depth and texture. The woman's features are rendered with precision, from the curve of her cheek to the shape of her lips. The background is minimal, allowing the viewer's focus to remain on the subject. The artist's skillful use of lithography brings this portrait to life. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de.
Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.
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